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scouting
noun scout·ing \ˈskau̇-tiŋ\
: the activities of Boy Scout and Girl Scout groups
Full Definition of SCOUTING
1
: the action of one that scouts
2
often capitalized : the activities of various national and worldwide organizations for youth directed to developing character, citizenship, and individual skills
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First Known Use of SCOUTING
1590
Rhymes with SCOUTING
SCOUTING Defined for Kids
scouting
noun scout·ing \ˈskau̇-tiŋ\
Definition of SCOUTING for Kids
1
: the activity of gathering information or searching an area
2
often cap : the general activities of Boy Scout and Girl Scout groups
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